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 Analytical Services Division

   BET Surface Area
    
   Pore Size Analysis

   Gas Adsorption Isotherms

   Mercury Porosimetry

   Density Analysis

   Particle Size Analysis

The analytical tests offered at MCA Services provide information describing the pore size, porosity, density, surface area and particle sizes of materials. Such information is invaluable to many industries as part of quality control, raw materials checks and research and development. Some examples include;

The physical properties of a material; particle size, density, surface area and pore size distribution are often used to describe critical characteristics of that material, including;

Generation of Quality Control data
Control and assessment of raw materials
Determination of product specifications
Determination of stability and shelf life
Analysis of performance loss during use
Determination of consistency
Identification of factors influencing performance
Economising material usage
Determination of the effects of additives
Development of process control  

Indeed, surface area, density, porosity and particle size often form fundamental measurements for the Quality Control of both raw materials and finished products as these are likely to have profound effects on ultimate performance. 

The analyses for the determination of pore size distribution, surface area, porosity, particle size and density are applicable to virtually any solid sample, irrespective of physical form. The measurement of particle size is undertaken with the sample in suspension. Aqueous or non-aqueous suspensions may be used, including alcohols, oils and dilute acids.  

The staff at MCA Services have a vast amount of experience in these analyses and can advise the most suitable analytical test to meet your requirements. We can also tailor the analytical conditions to maximise the information generated by the analyses and offer reports in various formats (including hard-copy printouts, pdf and Microsoft Excel) to suit your requirements.